Melton crime on the rise
Crime in Melton has jumped more than 10 per cent, according to the latest figures.
According to the Crime Statistics Agency, Melton recorded a 10.3...
Police hub a step closer
The state-of-the-art Wyndham police hub is a step closer with construction starting on the new complex last week.
Development officially began last week on the...
Melton remains a burglary target
Melton, Kurunjang and Toolern Vale are among the most burgled suburbs in Melbourne, according to new research from the RACV.
The insurance company’s annual burglary...
McGhie reflects on first year
Melton MP Steve McGhie has just completed his first year in state parliament. He sat down with Ewen McRae to reflect on a busy...
Dog cruelty case probed
An emaciated american bulldog that was found tied to a tree below a bridge in Diggers Rest recently is on the improve, and the...
Book brings schools together
A book written by St Dominic's Primary School students placed in the state and national libraries.
The Melton School has been working with students from...
New hospital for Melton a step closer
By Sumeyya Ilanbey and Melissa Cunningham/The Age
A new 24-hour hospital in Melbourne’s west is a step closer after the Victorian government revealed one of the state’s largest...
New station ready to go
Cobblebank Station is ready to receive its first passengers, with the brand new stop officially opening its doors next week.
Coinciding with the start of...
Home of summer fun
Eynesbury Homestead may be closed for renovations, but there's still plenty happening over the summer months.
The homestead, which is operated by the Resimax Group,...
Going mutts for Cookie
One of Melton's cutest and furriest companions has strut its stuff for the cameras, and will be part of the 2020 calendar for a...
Kids shine bright
Diggers Rest Primary School students walked away from class last Friday covered in every colour of the rainbow, but it was all for a...
Marsh powers up
Bacchus Marsh could soon be at the forefront of a growing technology trend, following the opening of a new high-tech facility last week.
Technology company...
Riders revel in world-class track
After years of waiting, the Bacchus Marsh BMX club finally has a new home, and they're wasting no time getting settled.
The new track at...
Hospital push intensifies
By Ewen McRae and Melissa Cunningham (The Age)
Doctors and radiographers in the west have warned patients' lives are at risk unless a 24-hour hospital...
Upgrade complete on Hacketts Road
Works have wrapped up on the upgrade of Hacketts Road in Point Cook.
The stretch of road between Aviation Road to Tamworth Grove has been...
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Draft budget focused on roads
Road maintenance and reconstruction is front and centre of Moorabool council's draft 2024-25 budget.
Council adopted the proposed budget during its meeting on May 1,...
